Microphone for a Sony DSLR Camera
Mar 19, 2017 17:48:02 #
I would like to upgrade from the built-in microphone on my Sony a99m2 to an external microphone.
Since l have seen a lot of Microphones on the market l am asking for help in buying a microphone that would give me a sound of a professional mike but have the price of a semi professional version.
Looking to spend around $250.00 for a semi professional shotgun mike that the background noise would be greatly reduced and great forward sound.
l really need help deciding which on product to purchase and the + and - of the mike.
Thank you for all of your feedback.
Since l have seen a lot of Microphones on the market l am asking for help in buying a microphone that would give me a sound of a professional mike but have the price of a semi professional version.
Looking to spend around $250.00 for a semi professional shotgun mike that the background noise would be greatly reduced and great forward sound.
l really need help deciding which on product to purchase and the + and - of the mike.
Thank you for all of your feedback.
Mar 19, 2017 18:07:14 #
bnsf wrote:
I would like to upgrade from the built-in micropho... (show quote)
Rode is one brand to look at. Sennheiser is another.
Here's a comparison between the (tinny) mic in a Canon Rebel and using a Rode video mic (mono)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NgLeyPzUhnU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLrZHQYuw98
Neither are wonderful video, but they sort of show the difference between an internal and an external mic...
Mar 19, 2017 18:21:43 #
bnsf wrote:
I would like to upgrade from the built-in micropho... (show quote)
After re-reading Peter's post, give us an idea of the types of video/and or sound you plan to record. Because you really do have a number of options for a microphone on that camera.
Mar 19, 2017 18:37:14 #
CHOLLY wrote:
After re-reading Peter's post, give us an idea of the types of video/and or sound you plan to record. Because you really do have a number of options for a microphone on that camera.
Exactly. Jimmya may be a good person to reach out to. He uses a Canon T3i, but knows his stuff when it comes to video and audio. He's also a pretty conservative guy, so when he positively recommends something it is well worth listening to him.
I was just experimenting with those two video segments, but I'm really glad that I got a basic external mic.
Mar 19, 2017 18:56:08 #
bnsf wrote:
I would like to upgrade from the built-in micropho... (show quote)
You can not get the result you are asking for unless you use something else than the camera for recording audio. The camera will always make too much background noise to allow you get professional audio. What you should do is buy a Zoom H1 audio recorder or something similar. It will cost you about $100 and give you much better audio than if you connect a $250 microphone to your camera.
Of course if you choose this option you will have to add the audio to your videos in video editing program later on.
Mar 19, 2017 18:57:01 #
I make Railroad videos, edit them and put on dvd. Need a mike to capture all live sounds without backup noises. This is why l put the post that l need help purchasing a semi professional mike.
Mar 19, 2017 19:02:10 #
bnsf wrote:
I make Railroad videos, edit them and put on dvd. Need a mike to capture all live sounds without backup noises. This is why l put the post that l need help purchasing a semi professional mike.
That explains your moniker.
That said, you may want a separate audio / video recorder with the ability to support multiple mics rather than a simple mono or stereo mic mounted on the camera.
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Mar 19, 2017 19:19:05 #
Here is a comparison blog about another Zoom recorder versus professional Neumann microphone that was on the market for about $5300 new some years ago. Of course the Neumann with the appropriate amplifier and recorder delivered a better sound, but not by much over the now $160 Zoom H4n recorder. This is the way to go if you want as professional sound as possible within your budget. Forget about buying expensive microphone to connect to your camera, the weakest link in the chain will limit the sound quality, in this case the camera.
And by the way, this comparison is about recording railroad sounds ;)
http://www.creativefieldrecording.com/2011/07/26/field-report-diesel-train-sound-effects-with-microphone-comparison/
And by the way, this comparison is about recording railroad sounds ;)
http://www.creativefieldrecording.com/2011/07/26/field-report-diesel-train-sound-effects-with-microphone-comparison/
Mar 20, 2017 00:32:15 #
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Mar 20, 2017 04:04:17 #
JPL wrote:
Here is a comparison blog about another Zoom recor... (show quote)
Very interesting article. My brother was a sound engineer / studio manager for BBC radio. Then there's the academy award for sound mixing. So many more dimensions to video than still photography...
Mar 20, 2017 08:33:12 #
bnsf wrote:
I would like to upgrade from the built-in micropho... (show quote)
I have a Rode (about 6" long) and a couple of Sony remote mics. The Rode makes a big difference in sound quality.
http://www.micreviews.com/guides/top-10-best-dslr-camera-microphones
Mar 20, 2017 15:07:02 #
jerryc41 wrote:
I have a Rode (about 6" long) and a couple of Sony remote mics. The Rode makes a big difference in sound quality.
http://www.micreviews.com/guides/top-10-best-dslr-camera-microphones
http://www.micreviews.com/guides/top-10-best-dslr-camera-microphones
I have also been working with Rode studio mics. Connecting them to a Nikon D800 improves the sound quality but using a Zoom H1 or similar improves it much more
Mar 20, 2017 16:51:53 #
We just purchased a Zoom H1 recorder for my wife. She uses it to record her chorus practice sessions. We've been very surprised by the quality of the fidelity it provides, considering this is not one of their more expensive recorders. What I like very much is that it has a tripod mount built into the back of the unit which will allow you to mount it on a camera using a hot shoe dead mount adapter. Using a short cable from the recorder line out to the camera mic in allows excellent recording on videos I make with my 5D Mark ll. Consider looking at the various Zoom models and decide which has features you would prefer. Most will be below your allowable budget.
Mar 20, 2017 17:34:25 #
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